1. The Lilac Farm, Karnataka Situated in Somashettyhalli, Bengaluru, this farm stay, a brief drive from the city centre, was originally a poultry farm transformed into a vegan retreat by Anitha and Christina Ajith. Experience tranquillity, savour herbal teas, fruit juices, vegan meals, stargaze, and mud baths, and gain insights into organic farming.

2. Dudhsagar Farm Stay, Goa Run by Ajit Malkarnekar and his wife, Doris, the Dudhsagar Farm Stay is a labour of love for the couple. Located near Dudhsagar Farm Stay in Goa, it offers five huts to stay in alongside a natural pool to cool off and numerous tours to take off the surrounding pepper and vegetable plantations.

3. Farm of Happiness, Maharashtra As the name suggests, this farm stay in Maharashtra will make your heart happy. The stay offers various farm activities like washing the cattle or you can even prepare a piece of land for cultivation, weeding, sowing, ploughing, harvesting etc.

4. The Joy Jungle, Gujarat This farm stay located in Gir Forest is perfect if you are looking for an authentic farm experience. Brainchild of 25-year-old Siddharth Kubavat, on the farm stay you will not only live in a mud house but will also learn to organically grow your food.

5. Bon Farmhouse, Sikkim Located in the misty hills of Sikkim, this place offers a genuine back-to-nature experience. The farm stay boasts a thriving livestock that provides the milk for your morning tea or coffee and the eggs for your breakfast, all truly natural!

6. Pico farm stay, Tamil Nadu Run by a mother-daughter duo, Laxmi Ammal and Kasthuri, the farm is located in Tamil Nadu’s Rettanai village. The farm’s own produce, including fresh vegetables and fruits, is utilised to create delicious dishes. You can also enjoy the place’s mini library and natural pond.

7. Varanashi Organic Farm, Karnataka An ancestral property run by father-son duo Ashwini Krishna Moorthy and their son, Partha Varanashi, the place is just a short drive from Mangalore. During your stay on the farm, you will have a chance not only to enjoy the farm’s produce but also to participate in activities such as planting seeds, harvesting, post-harvest processing of crops, etc.

8. MharoKhet, Rajasthan Inspired by the utilisation of fresh farm produce in Japanese cuisine, Rajnush Agarwal and his wife Vedika, envisioned this farm stay on the outskirts of Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Boasting over 80 varieties of naturally grown exotic and native herbs, fruits, and vegetables, the place offers a diverse and elaborate menu for dining.